The Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is inviting applications for the Library Assistant role from suitably qualified individuals, with positions available at Sekhukhune District Library, Morebeng Library, Moletji Library, and Khubvi Library.
POSITION: LIBRARY ASSISTANT (X4 POSTS)
Component: Chief Directorate: District Coordination
SALARY: R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE: Sekhukhune District Library Ref No: DSAC 2025/12
Morebeng Library Ref No: DSAC 2025/13
Moletji Library Ref No: DSAC 2025/14
Khubvi Library Ref No: DSAC 2025/15
REQUIREMENTS:
- NQF level 4/ Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution of Basic Education.
- An undergraduate qualification NQF level 6 in Library and Information Studies/Library and Information Science as recognised by SAQA will be an added advantage.
- A valid driver ‘license (except for persons with disabilities).
- Skills and Knowledge and understanding of administration procedures relating to library environment including norms and standards.
- Must be computer and internet literate.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Basic interpersonal relationship and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES:
- Provision of clerical support services within the library.
- Provide support services for library administration.
- Computerisation of library material.
- Provide support services for awareness and collection development.
- Assist with processing of library materials to be shelve ready.
- Assist the librarian in day-to-day management and operation of the library.
- Sorting, shelving and shelve reading of library materials according to their categorisation.
- Assist with executing library assets for asset management purposes.
- Assist library users when looking for reading, research materials and computer related purposes.
- Assist library users when looking for reding, research materials and computer related information.
- Assist with counter, phone and email enquiries from library users.
- Checking books in and out at the from desk.
- Register new customers and maintaining and updating customer profiles.
ENQUIRIES: Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HR Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/4109/4186/4032.
CLOSING DATE: 30 April 2025
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS: mailto:LibraryAssistantMoletji@sac.limpopo.gov.za
mailto:LibraryAssistantSekhukhune@sac.limpopo.gov.za
mailto:LibraryAssistantmorebeng@sac.limpopo.gov.za
mailto:LibraryAssistantKhubvi@sac.limpopo.gov.za
NOTE: Applications are hereby invited for filling of vacant posts, which exist in the Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with clear employment equity targets. Designated race group, females and people with disabilities remain our target and are encouraged to apply. Applicants should apply using the Departmental Links allocated for each post.
Only Z83 form and Curriculum Vitae (CV) should be attached. Certified copies of educational qualifications, academic records, identity documents and a valid driver’s license (where required) are only required to be presented on the day of the interview. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
However, should there be any dissatisfaction; applicants are hereby advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No.3 of 2000. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the posts advertised. Pre-Entry Assessments: All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Practical Exercise: All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements.
The assessment must comprise a formal test to determine a candidate’s proficiency in core functions and the technical dimensions specified in the job
advertisement. https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/ep/2024. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to security clearance and pre-employment verifications.
Successful incumbent will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. The successful candidate will also be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations.